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Engineering Controls Manager

Welwyn Garden City Permanent £65,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
This is a highly influential role where you will drive innovation, develop technical standards, and ensure engineering control platforms remain safe, efficient, scalable, and future-ready. Working closely with Property, Operations, IT, and Engineering teams, you will play a pivotal role in delivering long-term improvements that support operational performance, energy efficiency, and business objectives.
  • Help shape the future of smart building technology.
  • Have ownership on the controls strategy for the business.

About Our Client

Our client are seeking an experienced Engineering Controls Manager to take ownership of the controls and Building Management Systems (BMS) strategy across a large and diverse estate, including retail and distribution environments.

Job Description

  • Develop and enhance engineering controls and BMS platforms across the estate.
  • Create and maintain industry-leading technical standards aligned with business objectives.
  • Collaborate with technical, operational, property, and IT stakeholders to deliver consistent engineering solutions.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation, simplification, and cost-effective improvements.
  • Lead the development of short, medium, and long-term controls strategies.
  • Build strong relationships with suppliers, industry experts, and internal stakeholders.
  • Produce technical specifications and support the design and delivery of engineering projects.
  • Develop business cases for new technologies, trials, and improvement initiatives.
  • Support energy reduction programmes and operational efficiency projects.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and industry best practice.
  • Drive continuous improvement and introduce emerging technologies that deliver value to the business.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Engineering Controls Manager should have:

  • Proven experience within Engineering Controls, Building Management Systems (BMS), or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience delivering technical projects from concept through to implementation.
  • Strong knowledge of controls platforms, automation systems, and associated technologies.
  • Experience writing technical specifications and managing external suppliers and contractors.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a passion for continuous improvement.
  • The ability to balance operational requirements with long-term strategic objectives.
  • A strong understanding of industry standards, compliance requirements, and emerging technologies.

What's on Offer

  • Join a nationally recognised organisation with a substantial property portfolio.
  • Play a key role in shaping the future of engineering controls and smart building technology.
  • Influence business-wide standards and technical strategy.
  • Hybrid working environment with excellent flexibility.
  • Competitive salary, annual bonus, private healthcare, and enhanced family-friendly benefits.
  • Genuine opportunity to drive innovation, sustainability, and energy efficiency at scale.

If you're interested in this role, apply now.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Contact
James Balaam
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7083616
Phone number
+441212309367

Job summary

Job function
Facilities Management
Subsector
Technical Services Manager
Sector
Property
Where
Welwyn Garden City
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
James Balaam
Consultant phone
+441212309367
Job reference
JN-082026-7083616